What is the culture like in Nicaragua?

The west of Nicaragua was colonized by Spain and has a similar culture to other Spanish-speaking American countries. The eastern half of the country, on the other hand, was once a British protectorate, and English spoken domestically along with Spanish and indigenous languages. read more

History Nicaragua, which means, “here united with the water,” is a sovereign state whose people love freedom and independence. The western region of the country was colonized by Spain, where the east was once a British region with a culture similar to that of the Caribbean nations. read more

Nicaragua is rich in musical and religious traditions, many of which derive from the strong Spanish influence beginning in the sixteenth century. However, indigenous traditions continue to have a presence in Nicaraguan culture. Nicaraguan music is a combination of both European and indigenous influences. read more